If a serene place to swim is your idea of opulence, check out this $5.25 million Manhattan penthouse with a private pool.

Square Feet: $12.3 Million Minimalist Masterpiece In Beverly Hills

Wrapped in sleek steel and glass, this contemporary residence in Beverly Hills makes a bold architectural statement. Inside, the five-bedroom home is just as striking with a koi pond, two-story living/dining area and minimalist kitchen in pure white by Italian firm Poliform. For more information about this property, please contact broker Michael Libow of Coldwell Banker at 310.285.7509. Catch LXTV's Open House on Saturdays at 7pm on KNBC 4.

(Published Monday, Sept. 27, 2010)

Across the Hudson River, New Jersey's Schiff Estate is up for sale and will provide palatial digs for everyone in your entourage. Fun fact: It was once the national headquarters of the Boy Scouts.

Finally, an organized home is the ultimate luxury. Find a place for all those random odds and ends with these decorating tips from author and designer Monica Rich Kosann.